So I wanted this Oris real bad since like last summer. Kept saving up cash like a squirrel storing nuts. Finally walked into the store last Tuesday, pointed at the Pro 4000m behind the glass, felt my wallet crying. But damn, it looked tough as nails.
First Dive Test: Not Even Planned
Got it Wednesday morning. Was so excited, took it straight out for a weekend boat trip with the crew Friday. Figured I’d just dip it, you know? Show off the new toy. We anchored near this wreck supposedly 70-80m deep. My buddy Mike goes first with his shiny new computer watch thingy.
Halfway up, Mike waves frantically. His computer froze. Says it crapped out maybe 40m down. Water got inside. Freaking panic mode.
Everyone’s looking at me like “new watch, huh?” Pressure’s on. Grabbed my tank. Down I went. Just focused on hitting that wreck. Passed 50m… 80m… 120m… wreck sitting pretty at 145m. Clear as day. Got my proof shot. That bright orange minute hand? Legit lifesaver down there, like a neon sign.
Why This Thing Works When It Counts:
- Waterproof ain’t just a word. 4000m rating? It laughs at deep dives. Felt solid as bank vault door.
- Crystal glass? Saw Mike smack his wrist hauling gear. Mine got slammed against the ladder twice. Barely scratched it. Most watches? Done.
- Glow in the dark? Stuck inside that wreck pitch black. Could still read it like 3am phone screen.
- Comfort? Forgot I had it on during decompression stops. Just floated there counting minutes easy.
Two Weeks Later: The Real Beating
Been wearing it nonstop. Work, beach, fixing my truck’s busted exhaust yesterday. Bashed the case hard against the pipe. Metal scratched the hell out of it. Wiped off grease with my shirt. Looks fine. Running perfect.
My old “pro” watch? Lasted eight months before fogging up near coral. This Oris? It’s like they took every cheap shortcut other guys take and burned them. Heard some divers balk at the price. Saw Mike pay $1200 for his paperweight. Cheap gear costs you more when it dies. This lump of metal? Pays you back every damn dive.
